Eben Ezer to celebrate volunteers, April 21-27

Posted:
04/09/2013 09:08:09 AM MDT

Updated:
04/09/2013 09:53:11 AM MDT

National Volunteer Appreciation Week, first established by President Nixon in 1974 with the purpose of recognizing the millions of dedicated Americans who volunteer during the year in an effort to make the world a better place.National Volunteer Appreciation Week is a great time to express appreciation to your volunteers for their valued service to our community and to the lives of others.At Eben Ezer a grand celebration is in the works to honor the dedication of volunteers during the day of Friday, April 19, where staff and residents will host an 11:30 a.m. lunch and 5 p.m. dinner. Attendees are encouraged to choose one or the other.The lunch and dinner celebrations will take place at the Sister Anna Paulsen Activity Center at the Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center in Brush.Those interested in attending can RSVP to Shaire by calling (970) 842-2861, ext. 246 or via e-mail at schavez@ebenezer-cares.org.

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